The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Last updated on: May 18, 2011 10:56 IST
Image: Fluidic Verna.
Hyundai Motor India Ltd, which launched the luxury mid-size Fluidic Verna sedan recently said the company had received 5,000 bookings for the car within five days of launch.
H W Park, managing director and chief executive officer, said, "The Verna has many first-in-segment features and our customers have received the new version with unparalleled enthusiasm."
HMIL is looking at selling 45,000 units of the car within a year.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: Interior view of Fluidic Verna.
The longer wheelbase (2570mm) generates ample leg space and the wide seats offer comfortable seating.
The interiors feature an array of luxurious elements and textures including leather upholstery to give the car an elegant look and feel.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: 16-inch alloy wheel.
The 16-inch alloy wheels give the new Verna a bold new stance.
Bold rear bumper (with reflectors) add on to the sporty look of the car.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: Engine start/stop button.
Both the 1.6 litre petrol and the diesel engines are mated to a 4-speed automatic transmission while the manual transmission option is available with all the four engine options.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: Fluidic Verna.
The new Verna, available in petrol and diesel variants, is tagged between Rs 699,000 and Rs 10.75 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).
The base line petrol version is considerably cheaper than the Honda City, which is priced upwards of Rs 815,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi).
The Volkswagen Vento, in the meantime, is tagged between Rs 699,000 and Rs 923,000.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: 2-din audio system.
In the new Fluidic Verna customers will enjoy unmatched audio experience.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: USB, iPod etc.
The car is loaded with fabulous infotainment system which supports Bluetooth connectivity and comes with features like Radio/CD/MP3/USB/Aux-in/i-Pod connectivity for unlimited music access.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: Cooled glove-box.
To make driving pleasurable in summers it has a Fully Automatic Temperature Control (FATC) system with a cooled glove-box.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: Cluster ionizer.
One of the unique features of the Fluidic Verna is the cluster ionizer which improves the quality of air inside the cabin by producing ion-plasma that traps bacteria and other impurities and comes into operation automatically as the AC is switched on.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: Dual exhaust.
The rear end of the car is fitted with dual chrome tipped exhaust which adds on to the sporty feel.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: Front grille.
On the front, the Fluidic Verna displays the next generation hexagonal grille, eagle eye headlamps with wide air dam and distinctive 'L' shaped fog lamps that enhances the overall look of the car.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: Eagle-eyes head lamps.
The car's futuristic design sports a coupe like side profile which is further refined by elegant and continuous character lines.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: Rear view of Verna.
Fluidic Sculpture design is further accentuated by premium features like chrome plated 2-tone rear garnish and stylish new tail lamp cluster.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: Y shaped crash pad.
The fluidic design concept extends to the interiors too with a Y shaped crash pad and comfortable and spacious interior seating.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: Bluetooth handfree plus steering mounted audio sysem.
Other thoughtful convenience features for the driver include driver's side front and rear power windows with auto down and time lag function, electrically adjustable and foldable mirrors, tilt steering, electro chromic inside rear view mirror and steering mounted audio controls and Bluetooth connectivity that minimises driver's effort.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: Rear seat armrest with hand audio remote.
The centre front armrest comes with segment first sliding function, whereas both front and rear armrests have storage space for enhanced convenience.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: Power window controls.
The car boasts of features which are specially developed for India.
The interiors have luxurious elements and textures including two-tone beige and black high gloss interiors with wood finish.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: Automatic transmission.
The new Fluidic Verna pioneers a host of premium and futuristic design elements based on the Fluidic Sculpture Design Philosophy.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: Fully automatic airconditioner.
HMIL has introduced six diesel variants of the Verna, priced between Rs 809,000 and Rs 10.75 lakh.
The pricing points are slightly higher than those for the Volkswagen Vento (diesel), tagged at Rs 799,000 and Rs 923,000.
The company expects 65-70 per cent of the sales to filter in from the diesel variant. Honda City has only a petrol version.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: Height adjustable headrests.
The longer wheelbase (2570mm) generates ample leg space and the wide seats offer comfortable seating.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: Diesel engine.
The new Fluidic Verna will be available with four engine options:
- 1.4 litre VTVT delivering 107PS@6300rpm of maximum power and 13.8Kgm@5000rpm of peak torque,
- The petrol 1.6 litre VTVT engine with 123PS@6300rpm maximum power and 15.8@4200rpm peak torque,
- Te Common Rail diesel 1.4 litre CRDi with 90PS@4000rpm max power and 22.43kgm@1750- 2750rpm of peak torque, and
- The diesel 1.6 litre VGT CRDi, with range topping 128@4000rpm max power and 26.5kgm@1900-2750rpm of peak torque.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: The luggage compartment.
Hyundai has always led the way when it comes to ensuring safety and security in its vehicles.
The new Fluidic Verna is packed with an array of necessary safety features and effective safety technologies to enable occupant's safety.
It has been awarded a Five Star Safety Rating by C-NCAP (China- New Car Assessment Program) making it one of the safest mid-size sedan.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: 6 airbags for occupant protection.
The new Verna is equipped with first in class 6 airbags for occupant protection as a passive safety feature while the EBD (Electronic Brake force distribution and ABS (anti lock braking system) provide the much needed active safety systems to help the driver control the car better.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: Rear proximity warning system with camera.
Hyundai is also the first to come up with Rear Parking Camera (with display on the inside rearview mirror) in the mid-size sedan segment along with reverse parking sensors which helps in ensuring safe and easy parking of the car.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: Rear combination lamps.
The philosophy of 'Fluidic Sculpture' also guarantees safety and stability of the car. In order to ensure over-all strength and safety, the body of new Fluidic Verna is built with high strength steel.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: Chrome door handles.
One of the essential safety features brought in by Hyundai in this segment is the automatic unlocking of the door on collision which facilitates quick exit of the occupants.
Speed sensing auto door lock prevents accidental opening of the door while moving which adds to unparallel safety while driving.
The car is also equipped with a clutch lock system which adds to the safety of the car when parked.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: Height adjustale seatbelts.
The interiors feature an array of luxurious elements and textures including leather upholstery to give the car an elegant look and feel.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: Fuildic Verna's rear parking assist system.
The upper end of the mid-size segment has been seeing increased competition in recent months.
While Maruti Suzuki introduced a diesel variant of the SX4 in February, US-based car maker Ford is planning to launch the global Fiesta in July.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: Sunvisor with mirror.
The new Verna will be available in a range of 6 exciting new colours with 8 trim options.
The stunning NEW Hyundai Verna
Image: Fluidic Verna.
The super-efficient 1.4 litre petrol engine gives a mileage of 17.43 kmpl (ARAI figures) while the 1.4 litre diesel version clocks 23.5 kmpl making the new Fluidic Verna the most fuel-efficient car in the segment.
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